Nashville City Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Nashville City Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 47.1% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 701 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,710 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00138 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF NASHVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nashville City Reservoir Dam?
Nashville City Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nashville City Reservoir Dam?
Nashville City Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF NASHVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nashville City Reservoir Dam built?
Nashville City Reservoir Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Nashville City Reservoir Dam?
Nashville City Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nashville City Reservoir Dam?
Nashville City Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Nashville City Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Nashville City Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.